CIS 240 - Network Security (CIS)

3 credits

This course examines the principles, mechanisms, and implementation of network security and data protection. Students learn about IT industry-wide security topics, including communication security, infrastructure security, cryptography, access control, authentication, external attack, and operational and organization security. The content of this course prepares the student for CompTIA Security+ Certification.

Notes: Was DP 250 previous to Fall 2010.
Class Hours: 4
Prerequisites: CIS 140 - Networking for Business & CIS 155 - Principles of Information Security.